Bladder cancer treatment at Medipol Mega University Hospital

Treatment for bladder cancer at Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey offers a full spectrum of care. Options range from $120 consultations to $4,000 tumor resection and $11,000 reconstructive surgery. Prof. Rahim Horuz, a specialist with 50 years of experience, leads the robotic and urologic oncology program.

The JCI-accredited hospital uses the latest Da Vinci surgical robot. This allows for precise minimally invasive procedures. Comprehensive diagnostics are available to create a personal treatment plan.

Diagnostic Services

Patients begin with specialist consultations and imaging tests. A full workup can be completed within a few days.

• Urologist consultation: May cost around $200-$250
• Imaging (CT, MRI, PET-CT): Typically runs $350-$750 per scan
• Biopsy for diagnosis: Is around $2,500-$3,000

Treatment Options

The clinic provides several surgical procedures. The choice depends on the cancer stage and patient health.

• Transurethral Resection (TUR): This endoscopic surgery removes tumors from inside the bladder. Hospital stay is 1-3 days. A standard TUR for a bladder tumor may cost around $4,000. It includes tests, surgery, and follow-up.
• Total Cystectomy: This major surgery removes the entire bladder. It is for more advanced cancer. Hospitalization is about 10 days. The procedure typically runs $18,000.
• Urinary Diversion (Ileal Loop): This reconstructive surgery creates a new path for urine. It is often done after cystectomy. The price is around $11,000.
• HIPEC: This is a specialized heated chemotherapy. It treats cancer spread within the abdomen. The cost may be around $30,000.

Prof. Horuz brings five decades of expertise to complex bladder cancer surgeries. The hospital supports international patients with services like airport transfers. To explore these options, a patient can start with a remote or in-person consultation.